Fall Leaves

During the fall months of September, October, and November, nature

delivers a spectacular show of color when the leaves on many trees
change color and fall from the trees.

Did you know...?

There are many different types of trees in the U.S. and around
the world.

Trees that lose their leaves in the fall are called

deciduous. An example would be a red maple.

Trees that do not lose their leaves or needles are

called evergreen. An example would be a cypress tree.
aspen

Did you know…?

Although aspens like cool summers and

cold winters, they don’t like shade and
need lots of sunshine to grow well.

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 ginkgo

Did you know…?

Gingko trees are native to China but are now grown all
around the world.
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bur oak

Did you know…?

Bur oaks are one of the most massive

oak varieties. They can grow to 140 feet
tall. They can also live up to 300 years.

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sugar maple
Did you know…?

The sugar maple, native to Canada, is a very

important tree. It is one of the main providers
of high-quality sap for Canada’s maple
syrup industry.

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bald cypress

Did you know…?

These trees thrive in warm, humid

parts of the U.S. They can be found
all over the southeastern states.

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 sourwood

Did you know…?

These trees are native to eastern

North America. They can be found in abundance
along the lower part of
the Appalachian Trail.

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 red maple

Did you know…?

This maple is particularly

well-suited to urban areas as it
is not affected by air pollution.

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 sweet gum

Did you know…?

The sweet gum tree has beautiful,

star-shaped glossy leaves.

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 black tupelo

Did you know…?

Black tupelo trees are important for

migrating birds. They provide berries
early in the season for birds, and
other animals, who are starting to
prepare for winter.

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